Walking Distance Guide

Beer & bars

Many a pedaling commuter has been sidetracked by BikeBar, thanks toits cycle-themed décor and local organic brews from Hopworks UrbanBrewery. Around the corner, local stalwart Lompoc Brewery operates an airy brewpub with covered outdoor seating dubbed the Fifth Quadrant — also the nickname for North Portland. At Ecliptic Brewing, former Full Sail brewmaster John Harris pairs his legendary beer-making skills with a galaxy of delicious gastropub fare.

Opened in 2012, Interurban feels like a modern take on the classic American saloon; try the Sword Fight, a combination of ginger beer and whiskey. At Stormbreaker Brewing, the delicious IPAs and other beers brewed on-site are perfectly complemented by the spacious patio, complete with a fire pit and tenting in the winter. Prost serves German beers alongside the food carts of Mississippi Marketplace. Looking for more? The 40 rotating taps at Tin Bucket provide a comprehensive regional beer sampling opportunity.

Let us entertain you

At the homey Mississippi Studios, you’ll feel like you’re getting a private show — from major acts that could easily pack much larger venues. The attached BarBar rounds out the evening with a solid draft list and airy patio dining.

Mississippi Pizza Pub hosts karaoke, bingo nights, live music and two weekly spelling bees: a Monday-night bee for adults and a Saturday-afternoon event for kids.

It’s educational

At Mr. Green Beans, you can take classes on coffee roasting, cheese making, soap making and aromatherapy, canning and preserving, and cultured foods — or just shop for handmade coffee accessories.

What is there to know about salt? Find out with a visit to renowned specialty salt, chocolate and flower store The Meadow, which also offers occasional classes.

Community connections

A great first stop for lesbian, gay and transgender (LGBT) visitors is Mississippi’s Q Center, a community gathering place and resource center that hosts regular events.

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